Member Testimonials
The comradery of Candi's 7:30 Water Aerobics class. Candi really keeps us motivated and has us following her rules. We have to learn the names of everyone in the class, this helps us all say hello and smile which builds community. We have a 'word of the week', always an affirmation. When asked 'how are you?' we should always answer with our word of the week. This week it's 'Jolly, ho ho ho', but it could be 'bodacious' or 'amazing', thankful, grateful, glorious or blessed (you get the idea!) . If we continue this outside of the Y it doesn't take too long before people actually ask us what the word for the week is.
The comradery of the class has developed into friendships that go way beyond the normal Y experience, we are in our second year of holding a holiday bazaar where ALL the proceeds remain right here at the Lakewood Y, it's an event that we look forward to and that even our newest class mates seem to enjoy. We also hold monthly pot lucks (at 8:30 in the morning - can you believe). Thirteen of us went to Symphony Tacoma this November to see J'Nai Bridges, a two time Grammy award winner operatic singer, who's mother is a drop-in member of our class. Plus several class members meet monthly to play Bunco.
Last but not least, we like the cafe at the Y where we gather for coffee with other members after class and solve all the problems of the world - or at least give it a go!
That it is geared for families. Having child care on site, and all the classes.
corrected You have some of the best trainers and programs, Most of the staff are very friendly and willing to assist you. You have just what i am looking for, The kids could be more controlled but ot to work out,herwise it is a great place
The Lakewood YMCA is truly a community resource.
Clean, convenient, friendly
Many classes and activities offered for us parents and our kids. Love our CommitFit instructor Amy! The class really feels like a community - fun, warm, and welcoming people. Our daughter has really progressed well with her swimming lessons. We have enjoyed being members of the Lakewood YMCA for over a decade.
Accessibility! Friendly!
Everyone is very helpful and kind 😇
Great equipment and wonderful staff.
Well organized staff
The friendliness of the staff, the cleanliness of the facility, and the spaciousness of the place are all great. I feel like I'm welcome there!
Everyone is friendly and staff is always available to help!
Love the Y
Skilled leadership. Friendly staff.
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Great staff, wonderful facility, lots of great classes and programs. Been a member for 8 years. My two major surgeries healed up beautifully thanks to the lap pool and the spa pool. This senior citizen is very appreciative.
I love the varied demographic and ease of using the resistance machines as a senior citizen.
frendly supporting environment
The staff that works at the Aquatic Center are amazing water instructors and make exercising very very fun
We meet most our friends in Debra's class ,
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Classes included with membership. Scholarships available based on income.
My disabled daughter enjoys the smaller pool for walking.
my water aerobics class with Candi Weedman.
Everything, except people sitting on the machines using their cell phones, wish we could get them to stop, any ideas 💡
Yogi classes, weights , sauna,hot tub, and steam room
The great instructors and the friendliness of the staff! The facility is clean and welcoming
Everyone is so upbeat and friendly, both staff and members. It is worth setting up a routine to come regularly and reap the benefits of both the exercises and building strong friendships!
I am very impressed with the staff. The facilities are well-maintained and just today I asked to speak to someone about which classes might be best for me. Everyone was wonderful!
The willingness of staff and management to work as a team with a goal. Disagreement no doubt exists, but both sides have the benefit of Y members as a core responsibility.
That is impressive wherever ir occurs, and should be honored.
All the people are exceptional - top to bottom! Toby the director & Mike the facilities manager are the best humans alive! Everyone is so nice and capable. I spend MANY hours in the gym with my grandson playing basketball. It is home away from home and we love it there.